Community Association Manager

Cardinal Management Group | South Pasadena, California | Hybrid | Full-Time | Portfolio

Work Arrangement and Location

Office: 1260 Huntington Drive #104, South Pasadena, CA 91030.

In office Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Remote Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Some evening board meetings.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Community Association Manager to join our team and take on a portfolio of associations right away. As the primary point of contact for your boards, you'll guide them through governance, finances, maintenance and compliance, while giving homeowners prompt, professional service. This role suits someone who is organized, confident leading meetings and comfortable juggling multiple communities at once.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary of $80,000 to $100,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications
• HMO medical and dental insurance at no cost to the employee
• Hybrid schedule: in office Monday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and remote Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
• A supportive team environment in South Pasadena

What You'll Do

Board Support and Governance

• Serve as the main liaison to the boards of directors for your assigned portfolio
• Prepare board meeting agendas and management reports; attend and help run board and annual meetings, including some evening meetings
• Advise boards on their governing documents (CC&Rs, bylaws, rules) and on the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act, and carry out board decisions
• Coordinate annual elections, meeting notices and required disclosures

Financial Oversight

• Work with our accounting team on annual budgets, monthly financial statements and reserve planning
• Review and code invoices, monitor delinquencies and support the collections process
• Coordinate reserve studies, insurance renewals and annual audits or reviews

Property Operations and Vendors

• Conduct regular site inspections and follow up on maintenance needs
• Obtain bids, prepare comparisons and manage vendor contracts (landscaping, janitorial, pool, roofing, general repairs and more)
• Oversee maintenance and capital projects from scope through completion
• Respond to and coordinate emergency repairs

Homeowner Relations and Compliance

• Respond promptly and professionally to homeowner calls and emails
• Manage architectural review requests and rule-violation notices
• Process hearing requests and keep accurate association records

What You Bring

Required

• 2+ years of experience as a Community Association Manager or in a closely related HOA management role
• Working knowledge of the Davis-Stirling Act and common-interest development operations in California
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting to boards
• Excellent organization and time management across multiple properties and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning property management software
• Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation and current auto insurance for site visits
• Availability for occasional evening board meetings

Preferred

• California Certified Community Association Manager (CCAM) designation, or progress toward it
• CMCA, AMS or PCAM designation through CAI
• Experience with condominium, townhome and PUD communities in Los Angeles County
• Familiarity with association accounting software and reserve studies
• Experience using Vantaca is not mandatory, but is extremely helpful
• Experience managing construction or capital improvement projects

About Cardinal Management Group

Cardinal Management Group is a property management company specializing in community association management. We partner with homeowner associations for condominiums, townhomes and planned unit developments (PUDs) throughout Los Angeles County, helping volunteer boards run their communities smoothly, protect property values and keep homeowners informed. We're a close-knit team that values responsiveness, clear communication and genuine care for the communities we serve.

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter describing your community association experience.

Cardinal Management Group is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.